Senior Toxicologist

The post is a predominantly laboratory based scientific research role. The post holder will undertake highly specialized scientific research in support of the work of the Toxicology Department, in particular, the work of the Analytical Toxicology Programme.

The Analytical Toxicology programme undertakes experimental activities using mass spectrometry techniques to identify and quantify exposures to chemicals and other environmental pollutants (e.g. nanoparticles, particulate matter, bioaerosols, microplastics, toxic elements). The programme also undertakes metabolomic studies to support investigations of detrimental effects on human health and has a responsibility for analytical and bioinformatics support for chemical incidents and emergencies.

The post holder will be expected to work closely together with peers within the Department and external academic and other collaborators.

Location

This lab-based role is located at UKHSA Chilton, Harwell Science Campus; OX11 0RQ.

*Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*

Responsibilities section:

The job entails working as part of the Analytical Toxicology Programme to undertake public health-relevant research into the potential health effects of chemicals, bio-aerosols and other toxicants. The group has an applied research interest in various analytical methods and associated bioinformatics methods for the assessment of exposures including the mycobiome and VOCs. The post-holder will focus on applied exposomics research via the development of primary data using LC-HRMS and possibly ICPMS, or GC-HRMS and the associated data analysis pipelines in collaboration with other members of the department. The bioinformatics work will involve the use of big data handling packages such as Qlucore and R/Linux. The successful candidate will undertake their own research in specialist areas relevant to Public Health Toxicology such as chemical or bio-aerosol exposures. In the event of a chemical emergency there will also be a need to assist colleagues. The post holder may also be required to provide advice to various stakeholders as necessary to support the work of UKHSA.

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